Aug 12, 2010

I don’t know what possessed me to think I could or even
should make my own French bread but I am sure happy that I gave it a shot! This
turned out so good. It's quick and easy!! And unlike so many recipes this one
actually taste like French bread.

I love how easy it is. I put it in the bread
machine, then roll, to the over, and bam! I have French bread! Thank you Marie
for your awesome recipe! I love when people share their recipes with me. I love
new things and making it homemade verses buying it in the store.

Ingredients:

3-1/2 cups bread flour

1 teaspoon salt

1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast or 2.25 tsp

1-1/4 cups warm water

Directions:

Place ingredients in bread machine according to manufacturer’s
directions.

Start machine on dough setting.

When dough cycle is complete, remove dough with floured
hands and cut in half on floured surface.

Take each half of dough and roll to make a loaf about 12
inches long in the shape of French bread.

Place on greased baking sheet and cover with a towel.

Let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 450°.

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown, turning pan
around once halfway during baking.